Paid Public Works Engineering Intern

City of Chico; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Chico offers a paid internship in Public Works Engineering for engineering students. The role provides hands-on experience with GIS, data collection, and mapping, in a supervised environment alongside engineering professionals.

Interns may be paid or unpaid and funding extends through June 30, 2027. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented with knowledge of GIS platforms, data management, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be enrolled in a U.S. college and be at least 18.
• Internships may be paid or unpaid and last up to one year.
• Availability: at least 10 hours per week; ideal 30 hours per week.
• Knowledge of basic engineering and GIS principles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist GIS data collection, mapping, and project support tasks.
• Enter, update, and retrieve GIS and project data with accuracy.
• Maintain filing, recordkeeping, and data tracking for projects.
• Provide customer service to the public, contractors, and staff.

Skills

GIS principles

Data entry

Recordkeeping

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Enrolled university student (undergraduate)

Tools

GIS software

Department databases

Job description

City of Chico offers a paid internship in Public Works Engineering for engineering students. The role provides hands-on experience with GIS, data collection, and mapping, in a supervised environment alongside engineering professionals.

Interns may be paid or unpaid and funding extends through June 30, 2027. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented with knowledge of GIS platforms, data management, and strong communication skills.